1. The First Amendment
A special technology was used so the words of the First Amendment, which
wrap around the building, are visible on second floor windows from the
outside, but nearly invisible from the inside, so they're not distracting
when looking out.

2. Frit pattern
A ceramic material is incorporated into the glass to reflect the afternoon
sun from the west facade and reduce heat. The architect developed a custom
pattern for the frit, partly fused materials from which glass is made, to
give the exterior a unique visual texture. It has been compared to the way
newsprint looks as it is flying through a press.

3. Three-story atrium
The new atrium incorporates the serpentine curve of the exterior into the
interior space. Skylights infuse the interior with natural light.

4. Plaza skylight
A round, sculptural element that fills the new cafe with natural light.

5. Food.com
The cafe is in the exact center of all three buildings, creating a social
heart for the complex.

6. Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium
Named for SU trustee and Newhouse alumna Joyce Hergenhan. It can be used as
a traditional 340-seat auditorium, or the seats can be retracted into the
wall, giving the room a flat floor for events such as career fairs.

7. Collaborative Media Room
A two-story room designed to simulate a newsroom in which students can work
collaboratively on stories and projects.

8. Curved wall
The western side of the building follows the curve of South Crouse Avenue.

9. The Bridge
Named through a donation by SU trustee and Newhouse alumnus Eric Mower. The
bridge connects Newhouse I and II and creates a path people can travel
between the three buildings without going outside in inclement weather.

10. Transparency
You can see through Newhouse III from the plaza at the front entrance, which
helps it feel transparent and inviting.

Source: Susan Nash, director of administration, S.I. Newhouse School of
Public Communications